Inside the Celestial Wave Holy Hall, many Nascent Soul Old Monsters found it hard to understand.

If Qin Ming were to take the position of Alliance Leader of the Human Realm coalition, it would be equivalent to ruling over a region, with all resources at his disposal.

It’s unexpected that he could resist such temptation, proving him to be truly steadfast and devoted to his cultivation, no wonder his strength far surpasses cultivators of the same tier.

And he has risen to prominence in just a few hundred years.

Supreme Yang, seeing Qin Ming uninterested in taking the position of Alliance Leader, decided not to force the issue, and a new election was held.

Su Yuqing and Yue Lingyan also smiled without saying a word.

In the following.

After another round of nominations and voting, it was ultimately decided that Supreme Yang of the Star Palace would temporarily serve as the acting Alliance Leader of the Human Realm.

According to him, if True Monarch Canghe could return safely from Primordial Extreme Mountain, then he would resume his role as the Alliance Leader.

Afterward.

The crowd engaged in intense discussions regarding their respective task allocations in the upcoming operations.

At this point, the Low-Tier Cultivators could no longer influence the changing tide of the battle.

The outcome of the war depended on the strategic contest between these top-tier cultivators.

After a half day’s deliberation, Supreme Yang asked Qin Ming, "Fellow Daoist Qin, what is your opinion on our current plan and deployment?"

Qin Ming, listening to the heated discussions, yawned widely and casually replied:

"Not bad, not bad, this plan is quite good, let’s do it this way."

In truth, Qin Ming didn’t actually expect these Nascent Soul cultivators to defeat the demonic path; at most, they could only slow down the demonic onslaught, delaying things a little.

Once they encounter a formidable opponent like the Celestial Hatred Demon Monarch, they’re basically waiting to be picked apart.

After all, the other side holds a Tier Five Attack Array, and with two Power Puppet Demon Forms, they’re comparable to late-stage Nascent Soul combat strength.

In the face of absolute strength, even the most ingenious plans are but futile.

This isn’t Qin Ming being pessimistic; rather, it’s the current state of affairs.

Who knew that among the many cultivators who entered Primordial Extreme Mountain, only the Celestial Hatred Demon Monarch would emerge?

Who knows what fortuitous encounters he had inside; everything is unpredictable.

Afterward.

Alliance Leader Supreme Yang assigned tasks to everyone, preparing to assemble a cultivator army from the Five Great Cultivation Realms to face off against the demonic path in the Northern Cold Cultivation Realm!

Still, before this, it’s necessary to figure out why so many Nascent Soul True Monarchs are trapped inside Primordial Extreme Mountain.

It would naturally be best if they could rescue those trapped inside.

After the alliance meeting concluded, the numerous Nascent Soul cultivators departed, all acting under Supreme Yang’s orders.

After bidding farewell to Su Yuqing and others, Qin Ming returned to the Southern Wilderness.

Before leaving, many Nascent Soul cultivators approached Qin Ming seeking good relations, hoping to form some alliances for mutual assistance during the coming battles.

After all, when the grand battle ensues, no one can guarantee safety, and having connections with someone as powerful as Qin Ming is certainly not a bad thing—one might even save a life on the battlefield.

The Nascent Soul True Monarchs took the opportunity of this rare gathering to also conduct a trade meeting, exchanging what they had and needed among fellow cultivators.

Qin Ming had intended just that, as he had collected numerous demonic treasures after defeating a Nascent Soul Demon Monarch previously, which he couldn’t use. He decided to swap them for some High-Grade Spirit Stones or other needed Heavenly and Earthly Spiritual Materials.

When it was Qin Ming’s turn, he directly brought out several Tier Four Demon Treasures, causing the present Nascent Souls to exclaim in surprise.

"A Tier Four Middle-Grade Demon Treasure from the Blood Refining Demon Sect, the Blood Spirit Cage!"

"A Tier Four Middle-Grade Demon Treasure Ghostly Brilliance Sword from the Longevity Temple!"

"A Tier Four Middle-Grade Demon Treasure Soul-annihilating Seal from the Ghostly Palace Six Desires Demon Monarch!"

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Although these are high-tier demonic treasures, some cultivators in the Cultivation Realm can use special rituals to refine and utilize these treasures.

After all, these are high-tier treasures comparable to Tier Four Spirit Treasures, making everyone at the scene drool with desire.

Additionally, they had even more confidence in Qin Ming’s strength—pulling out so many renowned Old Demons’ Lifebound Demonic Treasures at once is not something anyone could do.

After a fierce round of bidding, Qin Ming sold and exchanged all these demonic treasures.

A massive profit of more than ten thousand High-Grade Spirit Stones, plus a pile of rare spiritual materials seldom seen in the Cultivation Realm, filled his coffers to the brim.

In an instant, he ransacked the cherished collections the Nascent Soul Old Monsters had accumulated over the years.

Qin Ming, satisfied, summoned the Lingxiao Imperial Carriage, bid farewell to the others, and departed. 𝑓𝑟ℯ𝘦𝓌𝘦𝘣𝑛𝑜𝓋𝑒𝓁.𝑐ℴ𝓂

Inside the carriage.

In high spirits, Qin Ming enjoyed the service of the Heaven-Devouring Rat and Little Silver Fox, leisurely savoring Spirit Rhinoceros Jade Liquid and enjoying Spirit Melon and Spirit Fruit, returning to the Southern Wilderness.

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A fortnight later.

Qin Ming returned to the Southern Wilderness Cultivation Realm.

In front of the Lingxiao Imperial Carriage, the Profound Water Crocodile diligently pulled the vehicle, its five-colored treasure light shimmering, cutting through the sky, quickly descending onto Wangyue Island.

On the island, the Spirit Farmers, upon witnessing this scene, all put down their Spiritual Hoes and tools, and bowed to the sky.

Nowadays, Qin Ming is like a deity in the Spirit Nest Islands’ Cultivation Realm.

If it weren’t for his presence, this place would have long been massacred during the demonic path’s invasion.

They’ve heard that other regions in the Cultivation Realm are in dire straits.

Every so often, an Immortal City becomes a blood sacrifice for the demonic path, extremely cruel and terrifying.

However, the Southern Wilderness Cultivation Realm has been spared such calamities thanks to the protection of True Monarch Wangyue.

"Welcome back, Lord Island Master!"

At this moment.

A dark green Escape Light flew over, revealing Mo Lingwei’s graceful silhouette, who then bowed before the Lingxiao Imperial Carriage to respectfully report:

"Island Master, you’re back. It so happens that Elder Qi from the Hidden Immortal Valley has visited, stating they have very important matters to discuss with you. Seeing you were away, Fellow Daoist Hua temporarily hosted them on the island, where they’ve been waiting for several days."

"Oh? Has Fellow Daoist Qi arrived so soon?" Qin Ming’s young voice sounded from inside the carriage, tinged with a touch of delight.

With Qi Xiaoyu’s arrival, he speculated that there might be news regarding the Ancient Array.

With this thought, Qin Ming retracted the Lingxiao Imperial Carriage, and with a flash of Escape Light, he landed on the main peak.

Inside the Cyan Wood Pavilion.

Qi Xiaoyu, dressed in simple attire, was meditating when Qin Ming entered, prompting him to instantly open his eyes and rise to greet him.

"Brother Qi, I’ve kept you waiting."

"I attended an alliance meeting in the East Sea, my apologies for the inconvenience."

"I’m grateful for the Milo Celestial Array you gifted. It was with the help of this array that I managed to repel the demonic army last time."

When Qin Ming saw Qi Xiaoyu again, he noticed that the green vitality in him had been largely restored. After taking the Heaven-Continuing Pill Qin Ming had given him, he now had another two hundred years of lifespan.

Qi Xiaoyu’s condition was much better, looking energetic, entirely different from the sickly impression he gave the first time they met, as if he were a different person.

"Brother Qin, you’re too kind. Without your remarkable ability to slay those three Demon Monarchs, even a Tier Four Top-Grade Grand Array like that wouldn’t have withstood so many demonic cultivators’ assault."

Qi Xiaoyu smiled modestly in response.

After exchanging pleasantries.

"Brother Qi, it’s been a while. I invite you to taste the Spirit Tea I planted myself. You specifically came here—does it mean there’s progress on that matter?"

Qin Ming invited him to sit, and then the Heaven-Devouring Rat and Little Silver Fox swiftly began to burn incense and brew tea, serving tea and pouring water for the two of them.

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